Geotechnical Project Coordinator I

Engineering Consulting Service; Hollins (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Geotechnical Staff Project Manager I in Virginia. The role focuses on technical analysis, reporting, and project coordination within geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing, with office-centric duties and occasional field exposure for training.

Ideal candidates have a civil/geology background with strong communication and organizational skills. The position emphasizes developing PM and client communication capabilities and may involve field

Qualifications

• 0 years of related experience.
• Bachelor and/or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required.
• A professional license is not required, but it is necessary to progress in your career.
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Basic knowledge of geotechnical principles and applications.
• Basic knowledge of construction materials testing and ASTM standards.
• Ability to work effectively with teams, clients, and supervisors.
• Developing project management and client communication skills.
• Basic familiarity with geotechnical software (developing).
• Self-motivated and responsible work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Supports geotechnical reports preparation with analysis and recommendations.
• Manages CMT tasks including daily report review and issue tracking.
• Assists with project budgeting and prepares invoices.
• Supports preparation of proposals for geotechnical and CMT projects.
• Performs boring and test pit layout and site access evaluation.
• Prepares drilling packages and obtains utility clearances.
• Conducts research on local geologic conditions.
• Assists with supervision of field investigations and drilling activities.
• Performs or supports in-situ testing and soil classification.
• Reviews field reports and documents project data.
• Communicates with project teams, contractors, and field personnel.
• Performs other technical, field, and project support tasks.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational and time management

Self-motivated and responsible

Team collaboration

Geotechnical principles knowledge

ASTM standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science in Civil Engineering or Geological Engineering or Geology

Tools

Geotechnical software (developing)

Job description

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Geotechnical Staff Project Manager I in Virginia. The role focuses on technical analysis, reporting, and project coordination within geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing, with office-centric duties and occasional field exposure for training.

Ideal candidates have a civil/geology background with strong communication and organizational skills. The position emphasizes developing PM and client communication capabilities and may involve field